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Hello April! It's time to get ready to layer smart and layer chic. The weirdness and wonderfulness of April weather means we need to be prepared for anything from sunny skies to sudden storms—hey, that's what makes the daffodils bloom. This is why you need a navy blazer for ...read more

My friend Kim-Marie has been a snow skirt convert for years. Me? I took a little more convincing. Last week I was at the SIA Snow Sports show in Denver. I was touring all the latest ski gear and winter fashions when I saw the Skhoop booth and just had to pop over. Now I had a ...read more

I remember being a little resistant to going all- in on a maternity wardrobe with my first pregnancy. I bristled at the thought of investing in a bunch of clothes I wouldn’t be able to wear after the baby was born. I ended up caving and getting some maternity essentials because ...read more

Jeans and boots have become a cornerstone of my fall wardrobe. I've been looking for a cozy way to update my fall outfits and it was as easy as adding a layer. Try a blanket coat this autumn to stay warm in style. Related: The coolest sunglasses for moms right now Cozy Up With a ...read more

Keeping up with fashion trends can be exhausting and expensive. Savvy women that care about style know how to create a wardrobe with timeless pieces that offer versatility and confidence. The trick to streamlining your closet is to find the perfect fashion staples to simply your ...read more

Are you ready for spring? Here in Vermont we’re getting ready for our next season...mud season. Thanks to Easy Spirit and Martha Stewart I’ve got a pretty new set of boots to keep my feet dry as I start to play in the dirt. I think you will love these cute rain boots that will ...read more

No more high heels for this lady. Life has been revolving around the house and the outdoors and I've found these rugged Blundstone Chelsea boots have loads of style and are perfect for keeping my feet happy.  Related: Five key fashion trends for fall Blundstone Australian Boots ...read more

Are you getting into the habit of wearing the same things again and again? Maybe it's time to think about updating your look for fall. We've broken it down to the five things you need to look cool and trendy this fall even if you aren't leaving home. Here are some COVID-friendly ...read more

Getting time to work out isn't as easy as it used to be. When I start planning out my week (I use a digital calendar AND a white board), I start with family obligations. First the girls' stuff goes in - teacher conferences, doctors appointments, music and sports. Then I add in ...read more

I love to keep my closet tidy and organized. It makes putting together outfits easy and fun. That means I stay on top of closet clean outs. I donate quite a bit of clothing to worthy organizations like Dress for Success, but some of my more pricey pieces aren't suitable for the ...read more

I'm here to tell you facebook ads really work. Lively wore me down during the early days of the COVID shut down. I was stuck at our new home with a handful of bras. I wanted the perfect bra that was both supportive and comfortable and allowed me to forget I was even wearing one. ...read more

My life is simpler these days. There aren't too many events on my calendar right now. I'm homeschooling and working from home and trying to explore our new home. I don't need a lot of fancy clothes right now, but I can walk in style with the cool new sneaker trends for spring. ...read more

Welcome to my summer quarantine uniform. Tank top, sandals, and denim. It will be on constant repeat this summer, the key is keeping it colorful and making it look like I am having a good time. I believe what we wear can have a HUGE impact on how we feel. Related: Stay in and ...read more

Raise your hand if t-shirts and joggers are your go-to uniform right now? I see a lot of hands in the air. This COVID social distancing approved outfit is the best way to stay in and still look cute in your summer fashions. Here are a few pieces (everything under $100!) that will ...read more

What a weird time it is to be someone who cares about style and clothes. It feels like a lifetime ago that I took these photos to show off the pieces I'd carefully selected from cabi to freshen up my spring wardrobe. What we need is fashion for RIGHT NOW, that means the spring ...read more

I know spring 2020 is like no other. Many of us are feeling insecure about the future. I get it. For many of us putting together fun outfits for spring is not on the top of the list. But ladies, I'm here to talk about the power of fashion to lift our spirits. A new piece from ...read more

I love a good collaboration. When it comes to fashion, the power of two really is stronger. For the fifth year Talbots is teaming up with O, The Oprah Magazine for a co-branded capsule collection. And once again, the partnership aims to give back.  From February 18th to March ...read more

With the biggest date night of the year coming up, I thought I'd share the dress that is making me so happy right now. It's a new piece from the cabi 2020 Spring Collection and I think we've found the perfect Valentine's date night outfit. No matter who your date is or where you ...read more

My ski gear has to be as versatile as I am. My time is split between romping in the mountains and racing through NYC. I love that Rossignol is updating their designs to keep up with women like me.  Rossignol is a Ski Style Icon Since 1907, Rossignol has the benchmark in winter ...read more

Even though it's winter and you might not be thinking about the sun, consider this your reminder to put on your sunglasses. When it comes to picking out frames, I know that they have to look good to inspire you to wear them all year long. I've come up with tips for how to pick ...read more

I was in Knoxville last December and like any good blogger, I ventured out to find what was cool and trendy. I found a cool area downtown by the market square and picked up this new sweater. I've been living in it for weeks and thought I'd share my tips for styling cozy ...read more

Nothing ruins a good outdoor adventure like having the wrong gear. I have been relying on Skhoop to provide me with chic layers for the past few ski seasons and they don't let me down. This winter I've been slipping on the chic Osa jacket in this iridescent silver to play in the ...read more

I love a good outlet shopping haul. On a recent girl's getaway I popped into the Woodbury Outlets and got two amazing pieces at All Saints. One find was a black pair of distressed denim. As I slipped them on, I wondered: Am I too old for this trend? Should this look be tucked way ...read more

I'm not a PETA member and while I love animals, I could be a better advocate. Here's the thing, I'm admittedly self-serving when it comes to what I wear. Mostly I'm lead by my fashion sense. I'm very into the faux leather trend and now I've got a new find to share. Here's why you ...read more

I’m in party mode! The shopping and decorating are done and it’s time to have fun. I’m dressing up in Nic + Zoe this holiday to make my season a little brighter and merrier. For holiday outfit ideas, I've put together two Nic + Zoe outfits to show you what to wear to all your ...read more

I'm happy to announce we've found the best faux leather leggings! Leggings are likely a wardrobe staple for you. But are you wearing a pair that shows you in your best light? I've been testing (um, I mean wearing these everywhere) this pair from Commando for about a month now and ...read more

American Girl...love it or hate it you simply have to admire the empire. We're fans of this brand--it promotes reading and a knowledge of history. Plus, we find the fashions irresistible. For die-hard fans, a visit to NYC's American Girl store is a must-see. Even if your ...read more

I don't know about you, but I have trouble resisting the holiday sales. Now that it's cold in my neck of the woods, all I want to wear are yummy sweaters and leggings. That's what I'm shopping for right now. And since this will be the season of cozy chic fashions, I thought I ...read more

Fall means rich colors, sophisticated prints and layering on the accessories. This autumn, I've been staying warm and stylish with super cute fashions from British designer, Joules. Styling Joules for a Momtrends Event Last week I was hosting a mom influencer event here in NYC. ...read more

Are you ready to integrate some new outfits into your closet? As the temperature cools, I find myself wearing more and more denim. I'm excited to share these great denim finds for fall that don't involve blue jeans. It's a new brand for me and I'm loving the style and fresh take ...read more

Hello August! It's one of my favorite times of year. My kids are either at summer camp or at home savoring the last weeks of freedom. It's time for my big tomato harvest in my kitchen garden, and it the perfect season for dresses. Last week we features another dress from ...read more

The dog days of summer are here, and I know it. Putting clothing on is the LAST thing we want to do. It's easier to just jump in the pool or hide in the A/C in your PJs, but life goes on even when the thermometer rises. Staying stylish in soaring temperatures isn't easy, but it's ...read more

The summer style question of the week is: is wet hair acceptable. The overwhelming answer was YES! I packed this new daisy dress for a beach trip and thought it was a perfect time to show off these Maje Official fashions from Paris. Maje Official Fashions from Paris I found the ...read more

It's summertime and that means I am hitting the road, and the airports, and the train stations. My middle name is adventure and I love to explore the world. As such, I've become a pretty adept packer. One of my claims to fame is that I took a year-long trip around the world with ...read more